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Understanding the Key 3D Printing File Formats

Understanding the various 3D printing file formats is crucial for achieving optimal results. Different file formats serve different purposes, each offering unique advantages depending on the complexity and requirements of the project. This article will introduce and compare the most common 3D printing file types. 1. STL (Standard Tessellation Language) File structure: STL files use triangular meshes to represent the surface of 3D objects. Each triangle is described by its three vertices, which are exp......

Sep 18,2024

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G-Code 3D Printing Commands: Tutorial, List & How to Use Them

(Freepik) If you’ve ever peeked insidfe a 3D printer’s sliced file and seen a wall of cryptic letters and numbers, congrats, you’ve met G-code. It’s not flashy. It’s not forgiving. But it’s the language that tells your printer exactly how to bring your model to life, line by line, millimeter by millimeter. Most users never touch G-code because slicers handle it automatically. However, If you're serious about improving your prints, understanding G-code 3D printing isn't optional, it's essential. This i......

Fun & Functional parts to print for the summer

As hot weather hits, there’s nothing better than enjoying an ice-cold drink under the trees in your garden or a get-together with your friends for a BBQ. Imagine picking some mint and making lemonade with ice cubes on a hot summer day. But let’s be honest—without the right tools, even summer activities can feel incomplete. That’s where 3D printing comes in! We have carefully curated free 3D models for you to print if you would like to add a special and customised item to your toolkit. Whether you’re i......

4th of July: 3D Print Ideas for Independence Day

July 4th is coming up and it’s the perfect excuse to fire up your printer and flex a little patriotic creativity. If you’re the type who likes to bring something extra to the party, 4th of July 3D prints are an easy win. You get functional, festive stuff that people actually notice, no junk drawer fillers here. Below are some Independence Day 3D ideas that are fun to make, easy to customize, and guaranteed to level up your celebration. Patriotic Decor (Cults3D) Tired of those dollar-store decorations ......

5 Essential 3D Printed Gaming Accessories

(source: FreePik) 3D printing gives gamers something off-the-shelf gear rarely does: control. Control over comfort, setup, and how every piece of equipment fits into your play style. Whether you're on PC, console, or deep into tabletop gaming, there's a whole world of printable accessories that don’t just work, they work for you. You don’t need to go full engineer and build your own mouse from scratch (unless you want to). Even simple upgrades, like better controller grips or custom storage, can make ......

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3D Printing for Car Accessories: Best Materials, Designs & Practical Uses

(Freepik) You don’t need to work in Detroit or Stuttgart to realize the car industry is evolving, and 3D printing is right in the driver’s seat. From custom shift knobs to lightweight diffuser fins, makers, modifiers, and even major automakers are pushing out 3D printed car accessories with precision, speed, and almost zero waste. What used to require weeks of tooling or waiting on overseas molds now takes a couple CAD files and a few hours on a well-calibrated printer. Whether you’re upgrading your o......

Why Outsourcing Still Matters—Even If You Own a Desktop 3D Printer

As 3D printing has spread around the world, home prototyping and individuals owning 3D printers have become more common. Having a desktop 3D printer at home has its benefits, especially for prototyping small parts and making quick design changes. It’s perfect for educational purposes, hobby projects, and rapid prototyping at home if you don’t need a large object made from advanced materials. Read more and find out in what cases you can still benefit from Online 3D Printing Instant Quote - JLC3DP, even......

SLS Printing: The Ultimate Solution for Complex 3D Printed Parts

SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) 3D printing technology can break the design barriers in the world of additive manufacturing. Whether you're working on functional prototyping, intricate mechanical parts, or artistic prototypes, SLS printing offers unparalleled design freedom. This technology uses fine polyamide (nylon) powder as its material to create complex objects layer-by-layer with a high degree of precision. The essential tool of Selective Laser Sintering is the powerful laser that selectively fu......

3D Print Not Sticking to Bed? Try These 9 Quick Fixes Right Now

(Reddit) You set up the file. Leveled the bed. Pressed print. Then.. nothing. The first layer starts to curl, or worse, doesn't even stick at all. Now you're staring at spaghetti on your build plate and wondering what the hell went wrong. Sound familiar? You're not alone. Bed adhesion is the #1 issue that haunts new and seasoned 3D printer users alike. And most of the advice online? Either too basic or too scattered to actually solve the problem. This guide is different. We're breaking down exactly wh......

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Robert Feranec creates a customized keyboard: working with JLCPCB and JLC3DP

Robert Feranec is a well-known expert in hardware design. He founded FEDEVEL Academy, which helps engineers around the world learn circuit design and PCB production through online courses and teaching videos. As a content creator on YouTube, Robert shares tutorials, tips and tricks for hardware design, and has cultivated a large number of professionals and amateurs. In this video, Robert designs a customized keyboard for video editing. As one of the world's leading PCB manufacturers, JLCPCB is committ......

JLC3DP Collaborates with Retsetman: Exploring Innovative Mechanical Design with 3D Printing

3D printing technology is widely used in mechanical design, especially in the realization of unique mechanical designs. Through 3D printing, engineers can more flexibly create complex structures and achieve rapid prototyping of high-precision parts, thus accelerating design iterations. The cooperation between JLC3DP and mechanical design blogger retsetman is a typical case. In this cooperation, Retsetman designed two extremely creative projects: a high reduction ratio "nutation swing gear" and a uniqu......

JLC3DP helps CPSdrone explore deepwater mines

During adventure to explore deepwater mines, YouTube blogger CPSdrone built a DIY submarine to try to go deep into flooded uranium mines and record the deepwater scenes with a camera. In this project, JLC3DP, as a key sponsor, provided the submarine with customized 3D printed nylon parts, which use advanced SLS technology to enhance the submarine's design durability and deepwater performance. In CPSdrone's previous waterproof tests on 3D printed objects, JLC3DP also provided bloggers with high-quality......

JLC3DP provides 3D printed parts to GodFinger for RX-78 Gundam model

3D printed spliced parts have shown unique advantages in the production of model figures such as Gundam. First of all, it can accurately restore complex details, especially in models with such complex structures and extremely demanding appearance, each part can achieve millimeter-level accuracy. Second, the spliced parts allow the model to be assembled in a modular manner for easy transport, display, and modification without the need for permanent gluing. In addition, 3D printed spliced parts can also......